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Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!\nJob Overview & Responsibilities\nAt ULA, as aSimulation Software Engineering Manager 5, you will lead a talented, high-performing team of engineers that architect, design, develop, and test simulation software solutions for launch vehicle systems. You will coordinate project schedules, monitor development tasks, and provide & analyze metrics to evaluate process execution and reliability. Operating in an agile environment, you will engage with Product Owners, Technology Architects, Quality Assurance, Automation team members, and External Customers on cross-functional activities. As a member of the Software Engineering leadership team, you will help set the direction of the organization, and provide process ownership and technical leadership. You will participate in strategic activities such as proposal efforts, future planning, and developing software roadmaps.\nYou are skilled at building strong teams and developing people. You have a passion for leading and driving change. You are motivated by improving systems & processes and seeing reliability processes and seeing reliability & user productivity increase. You naturally break down organizational silos and build partnerships. You provide leadership and clarity to create a shared vision and roadmaps to evolve the capabilities of software simulation systems.\nThe Simulation Software Engineering Manager 5 reports to the All Digital Simulation Senior Manager. They will oversee and direct non-recurring and recurring development activities for integrated vehicle simulation products supporting ULA's launch vehicle programs.\n**Key Focus Areas:**\nIntegration and compatibility of simulation products with Flight Software and Ground Software systems\nSimulation/test environments that provide virtual environments for trajectory optimization, analysis, training, and verification\nSimulation infrastructure and support tools\nModel development, validation, verification, and accreditation (VV&A)\nCo-development activities with external customers/partners on simulation frameworks\nSpecific Responsibilities Include:\nDirect responsibility for program execution, cost & schedule, including earned value\nCoordinate with other functional disciplines to resolve technical and programmatic risks, issues, and challenges\nBuild partnerships with customers, suppliers, consultants, partners, and internal/external stakeholders\nEnsure software development that is compliant with processes, procedures & requirements\nReinforce & mature Scaled Agile (SAFe) best practices, principles practices, principles & processes\nParticipate in and guide agile ceremonies such as program increment planning, system demos, and design reviews\nDevelop and maintain a team of engineers who establish requirements, develop and integrate simulation software and data products, and take them through testing and deployment\nHiring, performance management, and career growth for team\nAlong with other software leaders, shape the evolution of flight software, ground software, and integrated test environments capabilities & roadmaps\nLead model porting, integration, and VV&A activities across multiple simulation frameworks\nManage simulation testbed configurations and hardware/software integration\nRequired Education\nBachelor\nRequired Years of Experience\nMinimum of 8 years of related work experience\n Basic Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university\nPrior experience managing people or managing programs/projects\nProven ability to lead across organizational boundaries and as part of cross-functional teams\nExperience with task planning/budgeting and project/program management\nInterpersonal skills (collaboration, motivation, coaching and conflict resolution)\nExcellent communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills\nExperience and ability to drive strong team culture\nAbility to grow and motivate employees\nSelf-starter with effective decision-making ability and can work with minimal direction\n Preferred Qualifications\nAdvanced degrees\nCombination of software/computer science and other engineering degrees (mechanical, electrical, aerospace)\nPrevious leadership experience in simulation or modeling & simulation domains\nLean-Agile (SAFe, Scrum and XP) program/project management experience\nEarned value management (in an Agile setting)\nProposal development experience\nExperience working with government agencies (NASA, DoD) and IV&V contractor community\nFull software development lifecycle experience in real-time and faster than real-time simulation environments\nExperience with modern software development practices & tools\nModeling and simulation domain experience (trajectory analysis, vehicle dynamics, avionics simulation, hardware-in-the-loop)\nHardware & software integration and test experience\nSoftware architecture experience\nFlight or ground software development experience\nSoftware test environment development experience\nExperience with simulation frameworks\nExperience with emulation technologies and virtual testbed development\nCybersecurity for software or test environments experience\nStrong understanding of cybersecurity policies, practices, and procedures\nC++, Python, Linux experience\nExperience with development and execution in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)\nExperience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded systems\nKnowledge of avionics systems, flight computers, and bus protocols (1553, RS-422)\nExperience with VV&A processes and methodologies\nExperience with co-development and integration with external partners\n Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $147,813.00 - $274,510.00\nPlease note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay. \n What makes ULA different?\nBecause we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.\nWe offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:\n401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution\nDiscretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees\nGenerous paid time off\nFlexible work environments\nAdditionally, most salaried ULA team members work a \"9/80 schedule,\" meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.\nBenefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.\nThe application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.\n Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).\nULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.\n ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program.Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).\n Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. 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